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Sha‘ban is a spiritually rich month in the Islamic calendar—a time when deeds are raised to Allah and hearts are prepared for Ramadan. While there are no obligatory du‘as fixed specifically for Sha‘ban, scholars recommend increasing forgiveness, salawat, and sincere personal supplication during this blessed month. Below is a carefully curated feature on the most beneficial duas to […]
Across Islamic history, professions were never viewed as separate from faith. Skill, integrity and service were central to how belief was lived and understood. Islam emerged in a society deeply shaped by trade, and its earliest followers were active participants in economic and social life. From traders and physicians to architects, calligraphers, mathematicians and entrepreneurs, […]
Bilāl ibn Rabah (RA) stands as one of the most inspiring figures in early Islamic history—a symbol of faith, perseverance, and equality. Born into slavery in Mecca to Abyssinian parents, Bilāl’s early life was marked by hardship. Yet, it was his unshakable belief in Islam that would etch his name into history. Early Life and Conversion Bilāl (RA) […]
For many people, Jesus is most closely associated with Christianity. Yet in Islam, Jesus—known as ʿIsa ibn Maryam (Jesus, son of Mary) holds an honoured and deeply spiritual place. Far from being a marginal figure, Jesus is one of the most revered prophets in Islam, mentioned frequently in the Qur’an and respected by Muslims around […]
With the shorter days of winter approaching, many of us feel the shift – fewer hours of daylight, colder mornings, and a natural slowing that encourages us to cherish moments with loved ones. But within the quiet of this season lies an opportunity for spiritual renewal. Islam encourages believers to recognise the beauty and purpose […]
As we approach the final moments of these sacred days, we invite you to pause with us , to reflect, realign, and remember what truly matters. The Day of Arafah is almost upon us this year, it falls on Thursday 5th June. The Prophet ﷺ called it “the best day of the year” — a […]
